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Newcastle, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint James Windwa · Saint Kitts and Nevis
Newcastle is a small town in Saint James Windwa, Saint Kitts and Nevis with a population of 493. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Newcastle
Newcastle is a village on the northern coast of the island of Nevis in Saint Kitts and Nevis. It is the capital of Saint James Windward Parish. The village is just to the east of Vance W. Amory International Airport and sits across from the Narrows, the strait which separates Nevis from Saint Kitts.
People
Climate
| Population | 493 |
| Population Density | 197 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 17.2000°, -62.5833° |
| Timezone | America/St_Kitts |
| Country | 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| State / Province | Saint James Windwa |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.6 inches (1,285 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Newcastle
Newcastle is a small town in Saint Kitts and Nevis (Saint James Windwa) with a population of 493. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.6 inches. The timezone is America/St_Kitts.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Saint Kitts and Nevis avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 197/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 17.2000°N, 62.5833°W |
| Timezone | America/St_Kitts |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 68 km |
| 1997 | WHITE RIVER VALLEY | Explosion | 3.0 m | — | 69 km |
| 1999 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 2.0 m | — | 68 km |
| 1843 | POINTE-A-PITRE | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 5,000 | 88 km |
| 2006 | SOUFRIERE HILLS VOLCANO | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 68 km |
| 1985 | GUADELOUPE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 25 km |
| 1690 | ANTIGUA; SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Nevis Peak (6 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nevis Peak | Stratovolcano | 985 m (3,232 ft) | Unknown | 6 km |
| Liamuiga | Stratovolcano | 1,156 m (3,793 ft) | 160 | 30 km |
| Quill, The | Stratovolcano | 601 m (1,972 ft) | 250 | 51 km |
| Soufriere Hills | Stratovolcano | 915 m (3,002 ft) | 2013 | 69 km |
| Saba | Stratovolcano | 887 m (2,910 ft) | 1640 | 84 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 3.4 in |
Newcastle has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in February to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (2.1").
Schools in Newcastle
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violet O. Jeffers Nichols Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. James Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Newcastle
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Vision Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Praise 96.5 (US) | gospel | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Freedom 93.7 (US) | news, talk | AAC | |
| Praise 93.3 (US) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Newcastle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| Museum of Nevis History | ||||
| National Museum | ||||
| Nevis Sports Museum |
Libraries in Newcastle
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Newcastle
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amory's Mall | |||||
| Gingerland Public Market | |||||
| Grace Green Produce | |||||
| Old Fish Market | |||||
| Public Market |
Hotels in Newcastle
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Newcastle
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Newcastle
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Newcastle
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Newcastle
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Newcastle
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| John A. Osborne Airport | MNI | Large Airport |
| Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport | SKB | Large Airport |
| F. D. Roosevelt Airport | EUX | Medium Airport |
| Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport | SAB | Medium Airport |
| St. Jean Airport | SBH | Medium Airport |
| Vance W. Amory International Airport | NEV | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Newcastle
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Christ Mount Lily | |
| Church of God | |
| Faith Tabernacle Church of God | |
| Fountain New Testament Church of God | |
| Seventh-Day Adventist Church | |
| St James Anglican Church | |
| The Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Newcastle?
Newcastle has a population of 493 residents and is located in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The population density is 197 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Newcastle?
Newcastle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.